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Agricultural Machinery & Groundworks Operator Epping Forest District

Job in Essex, Essex County, England, UK
Listing for: Agricultural Recruitment Specialists Ltd
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-10
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Agriculture / Farming
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 30000 - 37000 GBP Yearly GBP 30000.00 37000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Agricultural Machinery & Groundworks Operator Epping Forest District) - £30,000 – £37,[...]

Agricultural Machinery & Groundworks Operator
Agricultural Machinery & Groundworks Operator - Essex (Epping Forest District) -£30,000 – £37,000 + Overtime (OTE £45,000+) The Job:

A well established rural contracting business operating across Essex and surrounding counties is looking to appoint an experienced machinery operator to support a diverse portfolio of agricultural and land-based works.

This position offers long term security, modern equipment, and substantial overtime for those keen to maximise earnings.

The successful candidate will be involved in a broad mix of agricultural and countryside projects, including:

  • Highway verge and hedge operations
  • Pasture and grassland improvement
  • Rural fencing and infrastructure works
  • Countryside access maintenance
  • Farm support tasks
  • Small scale groundworks and land development
  • Forestry and vegetation management

This is a practical, site-based role suited to someone comfortable working outdoors in all seasons.

Key Duties:
  • Operating high-horsepower tractors and specialist attachments
  • Using plant machinery such as excavators, telehandlers and dumpers
  • Carrying out routine machine checks and basic maintenance
  • Working independently to complete scheduled works
  • Maintaining high standards of safety and presentation on client sites
The Candidate:
  • Demonstrable experience operating large agricultural tractors
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Competent using agricultural or construction plant
  • Telehandler certification advantageous
  • 360 excavator experience beneficial
  • Self-motivated and reliable
  • Practical mindset with good mechanical awareness
The Package:
  • Competitive salary depending on experience
  • Consistent overtime availability (circa 500+ hours annually typical)
  • Strong earning potential exceeding £45,000
  • Pension scheme
  • Ongoing training and certification support
  • Stable employment within a growing rural enterprise

to Charlotte Levent, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant,

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